# i2i Pipelines

> Simplifying Pipeline Inspection


## Posts

- [Tank Farm 24" Pipeline Inspection](https://i2ipipelines.com/tank-farm-24-pipeline-inspection/): i2i recently carried out the inspection of traditionally unpiggable sections of a pipeline within a tank farm. The standard 24″ Pioneer tool was blown through the pipeline with air from a compressor using specially made launchers and receivers. 4 pipeline sections completed in 1 day.
- [New SEA Business Unit based in Jakarta](https://i2ipipelines.com/new-asia-business-unit-based-in-jakarta/): Due to the increasing number of projects and new business opportunities opening up in Asia i2i have set up a new business unit based in Jakarta. The business unit will keep a full range of Pioneer smart pigs to service pipeline operators at short notice and deliver a great value inspection alternative to conventional ILI.
- [Receiving the Pioneer after 20km subsea with great data](https://i2ipipelines.com/receiving-the-pioneer-after-20km-subsea-with-great-data/)
- [20" Pioneer ready for Ops in Equatorial Guinea](https://i2ipipelines.com/20-pioneer-ready-for-ops-in-equatorial-guinea/)
- [300km with SmartFoam & DDMD](https://i2ipipelines.com/300km-with-smartfoam-ddmd/): Loading a SmartFoam with DDMD ready for a 300km run in gas. The aim is to inspect the pipeline as well as identify and position a buckle / dent in a subsea pipeline that has likely been caused by an anchor strike. The system is very easy to use and once the system is switched […]
- [Moving into India](https://i2ipipelines.com/moving-into-india/): i2i, along with a local partner, have started the process of marketing and pilot operations in the India market. Dr Fernandez recently presented a paper at a conference on Pipeline Integrity Management.
- [1400 bends in 20km !](https://i2ipipelines.com/1400-bends-in-20km/): This sensor head has had a hard run. 1400 bends in 20km with wet gas. First time the line had a smart pig through it. Great inspection and IMU data.
- [Deepwater Angola](https://i2ipipelines.com/deepwater-angola/): Had a successful run in a complex deepwater pipeline offshore Angola. The Pioneer tool was launched and received through an ITAG pigging valve.
- [22" Patrol ready to look for illegal taps in pipelines](https://i2ipipelines.com/22-patrol-ready-to-look-for-illegal-taps-in-pipelines/): The illegal tapping of pipelines is a global problem and one that leads to significant environmental damage, loss of life and revenue. The i2i Patrol pig is designed specifically to go after illegal taps and have them made safe as quickly as possible. Simple and easy to use and designed to be kept onsite all […]
- [Single module 8" Pioneer for gathering lines](https://i2ipipelines.com/single-module-8-pioneer-for-gathering-lines/): Back in Australia inspecting low flow gas gathering lines. Single module 8″ and 6″ Pioneer pigs are a cost efficient and fast way to inspect gathering lines without disrupting production operations.
- [Select projects with SGS](https://i2ipipelines.com/select-projects-with-sgs/): i2i are pleased to be teaming up with SGS on selected pipeline inspection projects around the world.
- [Dual Diameter bi-directional SmartFoam](https://i2ipipelines.com/dual-diameter-bi-directional-smartfoam/): A special design for a client in the North Sea. The SmartFoam is designed to be bi-directional and manage 8″-10″ pipe ID changes while carrying out full internal inspection. The design was successfully tested in an onshore loop with several defect spools.
- [Beautiful country side up in Alberta Canada](https://i2ipipelines.com/beautiful-country-side-up-in-alberta-canada/): Pigging some tricky 6″ pipelines with Pioneer. Beautiful country up there in Alberta.
- [Teamed up with Ipipe for Queensland Australia](https://i2ipipelines.com/teamed-up-with-ipipe-for-the-queensland-australia/): i2i are pleased to have teamed up with Ipipe for delivering the i2i Smart pig technology to clients in Australia.
- [Teamed up with MAXX North America Services for Canada](https://i2ipipelines.com/teamed-up-with-maxx-north-american-services-for-canada/): i2i are pleased to have teamed up with MAXX North America Services for the distribution & operation of the i2i smart pigs in Canada. MAXX specializes in assisting oil & gas and pipeline operators with their facility, pipeline, and operational maintenance programs by providing a wide-range of pipeline construction and maintenance solutions and i2i look […]
- [Making smart pigging simple in Texas](https://i2ipipelines.com/making-smart-pigging-simple-in-texas/): Making smart pigging simple in Texas. The Pioneer pigs get some great data in  waxy lines.
- [Flexible Riser Inspection](https://i2ipipelines.com/flexible-riser-inspection/): i2i recently carried out the internal inspection of a flexible riser with a SmartFoam pig with some interesting results. The SmartFoam detected some large anomalous signals on the internal carcass with the absolute distance calculated by adding up the individual carcass links.
- [Trials in Indonesia](https://i2ipipelines.com/trials-in-indonesia/): Thanks to the team from Elnusa and Total for the successful trial stage of the i2i Pioneer tools before the offshore runs. Great place to go to work.
- [An Industry 1st ? SmartFoam into an FPSO pig valve.](https://i2ipipelines.com/an-industry-1st-smartfoam-into-an-fpso-pig-valve/): i2i successfully pigged a SmartFoam into an FPSO pig valve while collecting inspection data on the subsea pipeline as well as the flexible riser. The SmartFoam tool was only 350mm long and successfully negotiated the challenging pipeline geometry as well as being received into the pig valve.
- [This is a special](https://i2ipipelines.com/this-is-a-special/): i2i recently completed an interesting job in the Welsh mountains  inspecting 2 x unpiggable pipelines running underneath a beautiful century old dam. The i2i sensor technology was adapted to be pushed up the isolated flow pipes for a distance of 30m to inspect the pipe wall for internal corrosion and wall loss. We managed to […]
- [In the Outback](https://i2ipipelines.com/in-the-outback/): Pigging 6″ gas pipe in the bush west of Brisbane
- [Offshore Europe in Aberdeen](https://i2ipipelines.com/offshore-europe-in-aberdeen/): Paul had a great day at OE 2017 with lots of traffic and some exciting new opportunities.
- [Inspecting 8" High Pressure Water Injection](https://i2ipipelines.com/inspecting-8-high-pressure-water-injection/): One of i2i’s Prospector tools making light work of Inspecting high pressure dirty pipelines.
- [Visit i2i at Offshore Europe on 4th - 8th September](https://i2ipipelines.com/visit-i2i-at-offshore-europe-on-4th-8th-september/)
- [i2i exhibiting at DUG in San Antonio (revised dates) 15-17th November](https://i2ipipelines.com/i2i-exhibiting-at-dug-in-san-antonio-29-31st-august/): Look for i2i Pipelines Booth #640 by the Technical Sessions area. http://s15.a2zinc.net/clients/hartenergy/eagleford2017/Public/EventMap.aspx?BoothID=149809&EventID=43&Role=U
- [Mapping of Wax Deposits](https://i2ipipelines.com/mapping-of-wax-deposits/): A successful operational run with the SmartFoam and Deposit Mapping Disk. We managed to map the wax along a 16km offshore pipeline. Great data
- [i2i in World of Pipelines](https://i2ipipelines.com/world-of-pipelines/): i2i has contributed to the World of Pipelines – great article by Rob on big data
- [Dent & Deposit Mapping Disk](https://i2ipipelines.com/dent-deposit-mapping-disk/): One of i2i’s new products is the Dent & Deposit Mapping Disk on the back of a 16″ SmartFoam pig. This package has the ability to map the deposits within the pipeline as well as inspect through them to identify internal anomalies. The SmartFoam body allows the tools to pass dents and large deposits without […]
- [50km offshore China](https://i2ipipelines.com/50km-offshore-china/): A 12″ Pioneer after a successful 50 km run offshore China. The pipeline had a large dent that prevented a conventional MFL inspection. The Pioneer’s unique design allows for safe operation in pipelines with dents while carrying out internal pipeline inspection.
- [Testing Smart Pigs for pigging valves](https://i2ipipelines.com/testing-smart-pigs-for-pigging-valves/): Testing smart pigs through an Argus Pigging Valve
- [New Houston Business Unit](https://i2ipipelines.com/new-houston-business-unit/): i2i are pleased to announce the incorporation of a new US company – i2i Pipelines Americas LLC and the setting up of a new business unit in Houston. The office will be based in the Woodlands area North of the city and focus on developing i2i’s market in North & Central America. The new VP Americas will […]
- [Alaska - View of the North Slope](https://i2ipipelines.com/alaska-view-of-the-north-slope/): Some challenging pipelines on the North Slope.  
- [Unpiggable Pipelines Forum _ Houston 14-15 June 2017](https://i2ipipelines.com/unpiggable-pipelines-forum-_-houston-14-15-june-2017/): i2i will be presenting a paper on ” The development of smart pig technology for launching & receiving through pigging valves”  
- [Waiting to run offshore West Africa](https://i2ipipelines.com/waiting-to-run-offshore-west-africa/)
- [Indonesia & Brunei](https://i2ipipelines.com/indonesia-brunei/): Indonesia – Malaysia – Brunei are all fantastic places to visit and work. People, food and culture are great and i2i are really looking forward to working on some exciting new opportunities in the next few months. Lots of pipelines and some really pro active and talented engineers to work alongside.  
- [Specials - Custom smart pigs in 4 weeks](https://i2ipipelines.com/specials-custom-smart-pigs-in-4-weeks/): i2i can turn any design of utility pig into a Smart pig that can carry out internal inspection. If you have a utility pig that has been proven to go through a complex pipeline then we can make a Smart version within 4 weeks.
- [Best month to pig in Texas](https://i2ipipelines.com/best-month-to-be-in-texas/)
- [Great week in Houston at PPIM](https://i2ipipelines.com/great-week-in-houston-at-ppim/): Very good week at PPIM – lots of interest and look forward to working with some new clients as early as next month.
- [Testing in China](https://i2ipipelines.com/testing-in-china/): The team had a great few days testing in a pigging facility in China last week. Some great results from the SmartFoam tool and looking forwarding to being back in country soon. Many thanks to our hosts.
- [20" recovery from pig receiver](https://i2ipipelines.com/20-recovery-from-pig-receiver/): Successful run with a Pioneer Smart Pig
- [Visit us at booth 334 at PPIM 2017](https://i2ipipelines.com/visit-us-at-booth-334-at-ppim-2017/)
- [Crack testing in El Paso](https://i2ipipelines.com/crack-testing-in-el-paso/): A good week testing the standard Pioneer tool in a 26″ test pipe in El Paso.
- [20" Pioneer heading to Equatorial Guinea](https://i2ipipelines.com/equatorial-new-guinea/): First shipment to West Africa
- [Experience triumphs in end of year table tennis showdown](https://i2ipipelines.com/experience-triumphs-in-end-of-year-table-tennis-showdown/): The tension had been building all week, the cheese and biscuits and mince pies cleared away and the table tennis table restored to its rightful place in Greenheys reception ahead of the big tournament. The crowds started to gather (the old geezer from next door eating his lunch, 2 random students and some lad that […]
- [SmartFoam in California](https://i2ipipelines.com/smartfoam-2/): i2i carried out successful SmartFoam inspections of a 16″ Oil Export pipeline in the US. SmartFoam tools offer a full internal inspection capability from a foam pig.
- [Launch of the Prospector™](https://i2ipipelines.com/launch-of-the-prospector/): i2i are pleased to announce the launch of our newest an most innovative pig to date – Prospector™. Prospector is designed to be launched and recovered through a conventional pigging valve, which can potentially save pipeline operators many thousands of $.
- [Everything you need](https://i2ipipelines.com/everything-you-need/): 16″ Pioneer ready to roll out the door. It ships in a specially designed crate with all the spares / tools / laptop that will allow local technicians to operate the tool on a regular basis, in remote locations, without the need for additional support or specialist personnel.
- [PPSA Aberdeen](https://i2ipipelines.com/ppsa-aberdeen/): A great day at PPSA in Aberdeen. Lots of foot traffic and some great interest from the North Sea Operators and a lot of opportunities ahead in the New Year.
- [i2i feature in Manchester Tech City News](https://i2ipipelines.com/i2i-feature-in-manchester-tech-city-news/): i2i feature in a great short film on the Manchester Tech scene sponsored by Cisco. http://techcitynews.com/2016/11/08/new-our-documentary-on-manchesters-tech-scene/
- [Great week in Calgary at the IPE](https://i2ipipelines.com/great-week-in-calgary-at-the-ipe/): Really productive week at the IPE and looking forward to working with a number of new clients using our Patrol and Pioneer pigs.
- [Visit us at booth 1203 directly opposite registration](https://i2ipipelines.com/visit-us-at-booth-1203-directly-opposite-registration/): i2i will be exhibiting at the IPE in Calgary 27th to 29th September. If you are passing then pop in to say hello. Calgary TELUS Convention Centre 120 9 Avenue SE Calgary, AB T2G 0P3 Ph 1.403.261.8503 Toll Free 1.800.822.2697
- [Inspecting un-piggable pipelines](https://i2ipipelines.com/inspecting-the-historically-un-inspectable/): Working with a pipeline operator to inspect historically un-piggable pipelines. We have had some great success with the new launchers & receivers, which were only 4.5ft long, and allowed us access to some very tight dig sites. The Pioneer pigs were blown through the line in a controlled manner with an average speed of 2 […]
- [2" cement lined pipe inspection](https://i2ipipelines.com/2-cement-lined-pipe-inspection/): 2″ cement lined pipe is in fact only 1.5″ ID and then throw in some 1.5D bends for good measure and you have a real challenge on your hands. Especially if the pressure rating is around 80 bar. Onshore gathering lines in the US will be a big market in the coming years due to […]
- [Tech City News](https://i2ipipelines.com/tech-city-news/): Had the team from Tech City News visit us from London to do a new piece on the growing Tech scene in Manchester. Great fun and look forward to seeing the video when it comes out.
- [24" Pioneer](https://i2ipipelines.com/24-pioneer/): i2i have recently deployed their first 24″ Pioneer tool in the US.
- [Rebranding our technology products](https://i2ipipelines.com/rebranding-our-technology-products-to-pioneer/): i2i have recently rebranded their Smart Pigs from Discovery to Pioneer due to a trade mark concern raised by a company deploying a non intrusive NDT technology. i2i have taken this opportunity to create a number of new product brands that will allow the company to target specific market applications. Patrol, Pioneer, SmartFoam, Prospector and […]
- [SmartFoam™](https://i2ipipelines.com/smartfoam/): i2i just ran their patented SmartFoam™ pig at the PRCI TDC. The first foam pig with full internal inspection capability.
- [New brush pig design](https://i2ipipelines.com/new-brush-pig-design/): Just ran the new brush pig design at the PRCI TDC with great results.
- [We are recruiting](https://i2ipipelines.com/we-are-recruiting/): Due to steady growth i2i are now recruiting electronics and mechanical design engineers. If you live in or near Manchester, have good electronics and / or CAD  skills, and looking to join a fast growing company with good salary packages then please get in touch.
- [Successful week in North Carolina](https://i2ipipelines.com/successful-week-in-north-carolina/): Successful run in North Carolin last week. 12″ Pioneer pig working well in some dirty conditions. Cleaning as we go !  
- [USA Ops](https://i2ipipelines.com/usa-ops/): A great week of Operations in the US this week. Only just managed to avoid flooding in Houston on the Monday but the fieled deployment went well and the tool did a great job.
- [Wax / Scale / Debris mapping R&D project](https://i2ipipelines.com/wax-scale-debris-mapping-rd-project/): Collected some debris samples from the Swiss based Reinhart the other week to use in our ongoing R&D project to categorise and map debris within the pipeline. Thanks to Robert and his team for the loan of the samples.
- [Great week in France](https://i2ipipelines.com/great-week-in-france/): Successfully completed Operations in France this week running our 20″ Patrol. Now looking forward to a well deserved easter break before heading back to the US for Operations in 2 weeks time
- [16" Patrol at PRCI Houston](https://i2ipipelines.com/16-patrol-at-prci/): Carrying out pull testing of a 16″ Patrol at different speeds
- [20" Patrol pig](https://i2ipipelines.com/20-patrol-pig/): 20″ Patrol pig being assembled for deployment into Europe.
- [4" - 24". The family is growing](https://i2ipipelines.com/4-24-the-family-is-growing/): Just to show the contrast between the 2 sizes of pressure vessel. You can fit a double decker bus in the 24″ body. The 4″ pig is a little more challenging but happy to say our 13 sensor unit is heading to the US this week.
- [Do you need specialist personnel ?](https://i2ipipelines.com/do-you-need-specialist-personnel/): Have a look at the picture below. On the left is a Discovery tool, on the right a conventional cleaning tool. The Discovery tool can detect internal corrosion, cracking, and a host of flow assurance and production parameters. The cleaning tool cleans. They can now both be deployed by the same local technician. Is there […]
- [4" tool now ready for Ops](https://i2ipipelines.com/4-tool-now-ready-for-ops/): Really pleased to announce that i2i now has the 4″ tool ready for operations. Really excited about this new design that combines foam pig and mandrel pig design into into a flexible tool that can negotiate complex geometry in all conditions. Look forward to post some case study data in the next few month.
- [PPIM Exhibition Houston](https://i2ipipelines.com/ppim-exhibition-houston/): PPIM exhibition has started with a bang with Loads of interest from all over the world. Thanks to Rosen for positioning the drinks bar right next to our booth. Everyone got a good look at the stand as they waited to be served.
- [New office space](https://i2ipipelines.com/new-office-space/): Due to an increasing number of operations and tool build programme we have had to move offices again. Our new  space is 3 times our current footprint, has dedicated meeting room and breakout spaces, and will allow us to better manage the increasing number of operations and dedicate a specific area for our R&D projects.  
- [i2i joins PRCI](https://i2ipipelines.com/i2i-joins-prci/): i2i joins PRCI this month. The team at i2i have a long history with PRCI and are pleased to be able to rejoin the research group under the i2i banner. The PRCI group leads the pipeline industry in terms of collaborative research and the team are looking forward to participating in research projects, sharing ideas and developing […]
- [Our new banner ad for the PPSA newsletter](https://i2ipipelines.com/our-new-banner-ad-for-the-ppsa-newsletter/): i2i will be running a new advertising campaign in the PPSA newsletter in 2016. Our banner ad for the Feb edition.
- [24" Pioneer Pig now ready to ship to the US](https://i2ipipelines.com/24-discovery-pig-now-ready-to-ship-to-the-us/)
- [Happy to be working with NDT Global Services](https://i2ipipelines.com/happy-to-be-working-with-ndt-global-services/): Happy to be working with Mike and his team at NDT Global Services on new business opportunities.
- [Atex certification process going well.](https://i2ipipelines.com/atex-certification-process-going-well/): Atex certification process for our European set of Smart tools is progressing well. Completion date is estimated around mid April. Certification is aimed at our 4″ – 24″ tools.
- [Pioneer Smart Pig datasheet](https://i2ipipelines.com/pioneer-smart-pig-datasheet/): [download id=”2352″]
- [How to tackle illegal taps with Patrol pigs](https://i2ipipelines.com/how-to-tackle-illegal-taps-with-patrol-pigs/)
- [i2i at the Aberdeen technology showcase](https://i2ipipelines.com/i2i-at-the-aberdeen-technology-showcase/): i2i will be exhibiting at the Aberdeen technology showcase on 9th March – stand 23. Look forward to seeing you there.
- [Patrol Pig™ - Targeting illegal taps & theft](https://i2ipipelines.com/patrol-pig-datasheet/): Due to the increasing level of illegal hot taps and theft from pipelines i2i have developed a simple inspection tool that has been designed to be run with high frequency and limit the affect of syphoning and theft from pipelines. The Patrol pig is designed to be kept onsite on a permanent basis and be deployed […]
- [Training new personnel at Petrofac facility](https://i2ipipelines.com/training-new-personnel/): Had a good week back in November training 3 new personnel joining the company. Due to the increase in workload the new team members will focus on field operations but will also help in the assembly of new tools when not on operations. Welcome aboard.
- [A great week in Aberdeen at PPSA](https://i2ipipelines.com/a-great-week-in-aberdeen-at-ppsa/): i2i had a great week in Aberdeen exhibiting our new Discovery Smart Utility Pigs and presenting a technical paper at the PPSA conference. A good turn out of 140 people and we had a chance to meet with a lot of great people and received significant interest from a number of pipeline Operators in the new inspection tools. […]
- [A great sketch from the Cisco BIG awards night](https://i2ipipelines.com/a-great-sketch-from-cisco/): On the BIG awards pitch night Cisco arranged for an artist to capture each of the pitches in sketch format. Great idea and great fun. Many thanks to Vickie & Samantha for passing this on.
- [Pipeline Pigging & Integrity Management Conference 2016](https://i2ipipelines.com/pipeline-pigging-integrity-management-2016/): i2i have been selected to present a technical paper ‘Sensors on everything – A new strategy for pipeline inspection’ at the PPIM conference in Houston on 8-11th Feb 2016. The company will also be displaying their patented technology on booth T16, so if you are in Houston on those dates then come along and say hi. […]
- [Successful test of new 'sensor cup'](https://i2ipipelines.com/successful-test-of-new-sensor-cup/): Had a great few days testing our new ‘sensor cup’ in Scotland. The sensor cup is a standard pigging disk embedded with a number of  sensors that allows for inspection of the pipeline. This is the first time that a full NDT inspection with eddy current sensors can be carried out with a standard PU […]
- [2nd place at Cisco BIG awards](https://i2ipipelines.com/2nd-place-at-cisco-big-awards/): i2i achieved 2nd place, out of 150 entrants, in the Cisco British Innovation Gateway (BIG) awards. The live finals were held in front of a select judging panel and audience at the National Theatre in London on Thursday 22nd. A great competition and well done to the team. for more info go to http://www.thebigawards.co.uk Looking […]
- [i2i pitched at the POF meeting in Ghent](https://i2ipipelines.com/i2i-presented-their-new-technology-to-the-pipeline-operators-forum-in-ghent-on-tuesday-13th-october/): i2i welcomed the invitation to present their new technology and operating strategy to the Pipeline Operators Forum in Ghent in October. The technology was well received and new contacts were made. many thanks to the POF team for the invitation to join the very interesting guided tour around Ghent and the lovely meal afterwards.
- [i2i article published in PPSA newsletter](https://i2ipipelines.com/i2i-article-published-in-ppsa-newsletter/): i2i will be exhibiting at the PPSA event on the 17th November in Aberdeen. Come along and have a look at the new Discovery Smart Pigs.   Click below to read the full Article. [download id=”1440″]
- [Discovery® Foam Pig](https://i2ipipelines.com/discovery-foam-pig/): I2i Pipelines is pioneering the development and opera;on of the Discovery Foam Pig, a low risk, low cost tool for the in-line inspec;on of Oil and Gas pipelines. These innova;ve new tools combine the benefits of advanced electromagne;c sensors with simple and easy to deploy foam pigs. The result is a highly capable and deformable […]
- [Vertical launch of 6inch Smartfoam to inspect Force Main Pipeline](https://i2ipipelines.com/vertical-launch-of-6inch-smartfoam-to-inspect-force-main-pipeline/)
- [6inch Pioneer inspecting pipelines with wax](https://i2ipipelines.com/6inch-pioneer-inspecting-pipelines-with-wax/)
- [18inch SmartFoam after a successful inspection of a deepwater Oil pipeline](https://i2ipipelines.com/18inch-smartfoam-after-a-successful-inspection-of-a-deepwater-oil-pipeline/)
- [Recovering an i2i SmartFoam tool from Force Mains](https://i2ipipelines.com/recovering-an-i2i-smartfoam-tool-from-force-mains/)
- [24inch Smartfoam for inspecting Force Mains](https://i2ipipelines.com/24inch-smartfoam-for-inspecting-force-mains/): i2i successfully ran a Smartfoam tool in a 24inch Force Main. The pipeline had a line-sized pig launcher, so the Smartfoam tool was designed for use with a push-plate to mechanically push the pig into the line.
- [Camera SmartFoam for water pipeline inspection](https://i2ipipelines.com/camera-smartfoam-for-water-pipeline-inspection/): i2i along with a client in Australia successfully ran a 24inch SmartFoam with a camera in a water utility pipeline. the new low density Mk2 SmartFoam is a game-changer for inspecting water utility pipelines.
- [20inch SmartFoam inspecting high wax pipeline](https://i2ipipelines.com/20inch-smartfoam-inspecting-high-wax-pipeline/): 20inch SmartFoam after a successful inspection of a subsea pipeline that has high wax drop out.
- [i2i SmartFoam Mk 2 For Water Utility in Perth](https://i2ipipelines.com/i2i-smartfoam-mk-2-for-water-utility-in-perth/): One of i2i’s partner companies is exhibiting at the Perth Water Utility Exhibition this week. So far its been a great show for everyone with lots of interest.
- [SmartFoam Mk 2 for Utility pipeline inspection](https://i2ipipelines.com/smartfoam-mk-2-for-utility-pipeline-inspection/): i2i are excited to announce the development of the Mk 2 SmartFoam. This is a low-density foam inspection pig capable of passing 1D bends and 40% ID reductions in a pipeline. the Smartfoam can inspect pipelines at pressures as low as 45psi. The tools have odometers IMU as well as inspection sensors covering 100% of ID.
- [New 4inch Inspection and caliper tool](https://i2ipipelines.com/new-4inch-inspection-and-caliper-tool/): i2i has recently developed a 4inch Caliper and inspection tool to map non-metallic or pipelines with liners to check for ID change, liner collapse, or kinks/dents that could lead to catastrophic failures.
- [Low density SmartFoam Mk 2](https://i2ipipelines.com/low-density-smartfoam-mk-2/): i2i’s new low density Mk 2 SmartFoam tool ready to launch in an Oil line onshore Saudi Arabia
- [Inspecting Force Mains](https://i2ipipelines.com/inspecting-force-mains/): i2i’s SmartFoam Mk 2 is an ideal product to inspect force mains and other utility pipelines. the SmartFoam can be run in pressures as low as 45psi. the Smartoam Mk2 has successfully inspected ductile iron pipe with complex geometry and 1D bends. the Smartfoam can be run in any medium.
- [24inch for Saudi Aramco](https://i2ipipelines.com/24inch-for-saudi-aramco/): the i2i 24inch Pioneer just completing an inspection run in Saudi Arabia. The Pioneer design is suitable for low pressure pipelines
- [8inch in Canada](https://i2ipipelines.com/8inch-in-canada/): i2i successfully ran an 8inch tool with the new and improved electronics package to fit a smaller mandrel body to enhance the minimum ID passing to 30%.
- [New Caliper function for SmartFoam](https://i2ipipelines.com/new-caliper-function-for-smartfoam/): i2i have now added a caliper and odometer function to the Pioneer and SmartFoam tools. The caliper will provide a detailed deposit profile of the pipeline as well as map dents and other ID changes.
- [Long 16inch Smartfoam](https://i2ipipelines.com/long-16inch-smartfoam/): i2i successfully ran a modified 16inch medium density Smartfoam in a deepwater pipeline offshore West Africa. The long foam body was to pass a subse wye.
- [Successful 20inch Pioneer run in Texas](https://i2ipipelines.com/successful-20inch-pioneer-run-in-texas/): i2i’s 20inch Pioneer successfully completed a 65km inspection in Texas last week. The tool was run by the client team with no issues.
- [Canada 8inch Run](https://i2ipipelines.com/canada-8inch-run/): I2i 8inch Pioneer completing an inspection run in Canada. The inspection tool is being run successfully with local technicians.
- [Smart Pigging with no launcher or receiver](https://i2ipipelines.com/smart-pigging-with-no-launcher-or-receiver/): i2i have now completed a number of pipeline inspection where there has been no launching or receiving facilities in place. Launching into the nominal pipe through a blanked flange. i2i can carry out these line inspections from 3inch and up.
- [12inch Pig Valve Pioneer](https://i2ipipelines.com/12inch-pig-valve-pioneer/): i2i has successfully run a 12inch Pioneer tool via a pig valve offshore China. Full internal inspection capability with odometer and IMU. Great inspection data without the need for modifying facilities to accommodate a smart pig.
- [i2i Office Cracow Poland](https://i2ipipelines.com/i2i-office-cracow-poland/): i2i is pleased to announce the start of a new office in Cracow Poland. Cracow is a beautiful city that benefits from a respected technical university and a large pool of well-educated and motivated graduate engineers. The team in Cracow will support the UK office in data analysis, electronics manufacture, and mechanical design.
- [3inch pipeline inspection](https://i2ipipelines.com/3inch-pipeline-inspection/): i2i’s 3inch Pioneer tools are successfully inspecting complex geometry lines in Canada. The tools can pass multiple 90deg bends and can be launched into nominal pipe with no requirement for oversized barrel launchers.
- [Inspecting non-metallic pipelines](https://i2ipipelines.com/inspecting-non-metallic-pipelines/): i2i now has the sensor technology to inspect non-metallic pipelines from 3inch and up. This will include HDPE, Fiberglass, Flexpipe and FlexSteel pipelines. The smart pigs with the new sensors can pass 90deg bends and be launched from pigging valves or conventional launchers/receivers. The operational limitation is that the smart pigs must be run with air or nitrogen and cannot be run in a liquid medium. for more detailed information and tool availability then please contact Steve Banks.
- [Business Manager for Canada](https://i2ipipelines.com/business-manager-for-canada/): Since April 2020 i2i have had a new Country Business Manager for Canada based in Calgary. Russ Rogers comes to i2i with a wealth of experience in the O & G sector and is proving to be a great addition to the team with Canada being one of our most active locations. Russ can be contacted at Mob: +1 403589 2261 russrogers@i2ipipelines.com  
- [16inch Pioneer in China](https://i2ipipelines.com/16inch-pioneer-in-china/): i2i are preparing to run a 16inch Pioneer in an offshore pipeline in China. The line has over 150 bends along its length, operates at high temperatures and has an internal ID restriction.
- [Successful inspections in Indonesia](https://i2ipipelines.com/successful-inspections-in-indonesia/): i2i have successfully inspected a 12inch inspection of a subsea pipeline offshore Indonesia. The inspection tool carried a caliper capability as well as a full internal inspection capability. The final report will be issued in 10 working days from receipt of data.  
- [California Force Main lines](https://i2ipipelines.com/california-force-main-lines/): i2i have shipped 8inch and 12inch Pioneer tools to inspect Force Main lines in California. The tools will be inserted into nominal pipe and pass complex, multi-diameter geometry including 1D bends and wye’s. These tools will be run by the client team onsite overcoming the travel restrictions on personnel due to the Covid Pandemic.
- [Pioneer and SmartFoam now with caliper function](https://i2ipipelines.com/pioneer-and-smartfoam-now-with-caliper-function/): i2i Pioneer and SmartFoam tools now offer caliper data as well as IMU and full internal pipe wall inspection data. With i2i’s simple to deploy single module smart pigs that can be shipped to site for clients to run without specialist personnel. More data more often from pipelines, at a lower cost is now becoming a reality with the i2i range of smart pigs.
- [i2i team helping the NHS during the Corona crisis](https://i2ipipelines.com/i2i-team-helping-the-nhs-during-the-corona-crisis/): Some of the i2i team have utilized their skills in helping the NHS during the Corona lockdown by using the company’s 3D printer to make PPE face masks for NHS frontline workers. A great initiative by Nick Smith and Joe Stephenson especially.
- [i2i staying operational](https://i2ipipelines.com/i2i-staying-operational/): i2i is overcoming the travel restrictions imposed by the spread of the Corona Virus by installing NiMH batteries into all our tools so they can be shipped directly to our clients and local partners. All i2i tools can be run by non-specialist personnel.
- [A skidoo to work](https://i2ipipelines.com/a-skidoo-to-work/): A great way to get to the work site with a PIoneer pig in the sledge.
- [2020 PPIM in Houston](https://i2ipipelines.com/2020-ppim-in-houston/): i2i had a good few days at the 2020 PPIM in Houston. It was nice to catch up with existing customers and looking forward to working some new ones fairly soon.
- [30ft Launch site](https://i2ipipelines.com/30ft-launch-site/): i2i’s Pioneer tools make it very easy to launch from high access vertical launch sites. The Pioneer tools are easy to transport and fit into the lift cages with no modifications.
- [8inch Pioneer in BC Canada](https://i2ipipelines.com/8inch-pioneer-in-bc-canada/): i2i’s 8inch Pioneer is having a good run in Alberta Canada collecting some great data on all lines inspected. Huge cost savings for the clients as there is no requirement to modify the launch and receive traps.
- [4inch Argus Valve](https://i2ipipelines.com/4inch-argus-valve/): i2i carried out successful inspection runs of 4inch pipelines being received into Argus valves. No need to modify the launch or receiver or cut and dig the line giving a huge saving to the client.
- [Integrated Cleaning & Inspection](https://i2ipipelines.com/integrated-cleaning-inspection/): Pays to clean your line before the inspection.  
- [Pays to have a bumper nose](https://i2ipipelines.com/pays-to-have-a-bumper-nose/): Hard impact with the receiver door but data is still good.
- [Another good run offshore India](https://i2ipipelines.com/another-good-run-offshore-india/): Managing 5-6 good inspection runs in a 4 week period after extensive cleaning operations.
- [Pioneer after 134 1.5D bends and 32km](https://i2ipipelines.com/pioneer-after-134-1-5d-bends-and-32km/): Finally got through the 134 bends with no damage and great data with our 6inch Pioneer.
- [16inch SmartFoam Angola](https://i2ipipelines.com/16inch-smartfoam-angola/): Another successful inspection of a deepwater subsea pipeline offshore Angola with a 16inch SmartFoam.
- [Successful run offshore India](https://i2ipipelines.com/successful-run-offshore-india/): i2i are having a number of successful inspection runs offshore India. The lines have not been cleaned very well and the i2i tools are doing a good job cleaning and inspecting the pipelines. The Pioneer is proving itself to be a simple and robust tool that collects a broad range of quality inspection data including all internal anomalies.
- [12inch through subsea wye Indonesia](https://i2ipipelines.com/12inch-through-subsea-wye-indonesia/): A good run offshore Indonesia again.  
- [26inch Pioneer crack detection tool](https://i2ipipelines.com/26inch-pioneer-crack-detection-tool/): i2i is trialling a new set of sensor technology focusing on the detection and sizing of circumferential cracking in welds. Pull through tests with 2 major operators tomorrow.
- [120kg of Wax deposits and still good inspection data](https://i2ipipelines.com/120kg-of-wax-deposits-and-still-good-inspection-data/): The i2i Pioneer cleaned out 120kg of wax deposits and still came in with good inspection data for the pipeline. Integrated cleaning and inspection – the way forward.
- [New 3inch Pioneer navigates 90 degree bends](https://i2ipipelines.com/new-3inch-pioneer-navigates-90-degree-bends/): i2i’s new 3inch single module pig is a great addition to the Pioneer family. Able to navigate 90deg bends the new Pioneer is great value to pipeline operators as they no longer have to dig and cut into an operational pipeline to install conventional launchers & receivers beyond the 90deg bends.  
- [Successful inspection runs in Argentina](https://i2ipipelines.com/successful-inspection-runs-in-argentina/): i2i recently carried out successful inspection runs in the Patagonia region of Argentina.  
- [26inch crack tool](https://i2ipipelines.com/26inch-crack-tool/): i2i’s new 26inch Pioneer crack tool all ready to go out for trials in the US this week. The new Pioneer is carrying some advanced sensors designed specifically to detect and size circumferential cracks.
- [Successful run offshore Indonesia](https://i2ipipelines.com/successful-run-offshore-indonesia/): Apart from the problems and the delays in operations due to visibility and breathing difficulties caused by the jungle fires in Indonesia to the workers offshore we managed to successfully inspect an 8inch gas lift riser. The Pioneer tool is proving itself to be a very tough and capable in-line inspection tool delivering great data.
- [Successful run in the Permian](https://i2ipipelines.com/successful-run-in-the-permian/): Standard 6inch Pioneer finishing a successful inspection run in the Permian Basin.
- [Challenging Pipelines Onshore China](https://i2ipipelines.com/challenging-pipelines-onshore-china/): the 6inch Pioneer tool negotiated challenging pipelines onshore China and reached up to max speeds of 25m/s without significant damage.  
- [Successful 12inch Pioneer run Indonesia](https://i2ipipelines.com/successful-12inch-pioneer-run-indonesia/): Preparing the 12inch Pioneer run prior to launch.
- [8inch SmartFoam Offshore Indonesia](https://i2ipipelines.com/8inch-smartfoam-offshore-indonesia/): A successful inspection run with an 8inch SmartFoam run offshore Indonesia. Great data on the subsea pipeline and flexible riser.
- [3inch Pioneer through an Argus Valve](https://i2ipipelines.com/3inch-pioneer-through-an-argus-valve/): i2i are successfully running smart pigs through Argus valves to inspect pipelines otherwise considered un-piggable or uneconomical to make piggable. i2i can now inspection lines from 3inch and up using these tools.    
- [Industry 1st _ 3inch Pioneer launched through a pigging valve](https://i2ipipelines.com/industry-1st-_-3inch-pioneer-launched-through-a-pigging-valve/): i2i, with our clients in Canada, successfully launched the first 3inch Pioneer pig through a pig valve to inspect a pipeline. No requirement to dig, cut, and flange the pipeline to run a tethered tool and cost savings will be significant. Still some way to go to perfect the tool but a great start point.
- [Large Shipment of Pioneer tools to India](https://i2ipipelines.com/large-shipment-of-pioneer-tools-to-india/): i2i shipped out enough Pioneer pigs for a 20 pipeline inspection for ONGC. Pioneer size range from 10inch to 18inch. All these tools will be run by local technicians.
- [A successful inspection in Indonesia](https://i2ipipelines.com/a-successful-inspection-in-indonesia/): i2i team in Indonesia carried out a successful inspection of a 31km 10inch pipeline between 2 islands.
- [China](https://i2ipipelines.com/china/): Our team had a good week in China running trials at the National Test Centre with a new 10inch pig valve tool and presenting a paper at the CNOOC conference.
- [4inch Pioneer suitable for Argus Pig Valve operations](https://i2ipipelines.com/4inch-pioneer-suitable-for-argus-pig-valve-operations/): i2i’s novel inspection pig for launching and receiving through a pig valve. Smart pig options available for 3inch pipe as well.
- [Smart pig v Cleaning pig](https://i2ipipelines.com/smart-pig-v-cleaning-pig/): When the pipeline has 47 x 1.5D bends it pays to keep things simple. Fadillah preparing the Pioneer pig for the inspection run.
- [ONGC Oil & Natural Gas Corporation India - Tender win](https://i2ipipelines.com/ongc-oil-natural-gas-corporation-india-tender-win/): i2i are pleased to have won a tender bid with ONGC India for a large offshore pipeline project due to be carried out over the next few months. Look forward to working with the team in India for a successful project.
- [A 4 day pipeline Inspection UK North Sea](https://i2ipipelines.com/a-4-day-pipeline-inspection-uk-north-sea/): An i2i Pioneer tool has just completed a 4 days inspection run in a low flow pipeline offshore UK in the North Sea. The Pioneer pig came in undamaged and after a quick out power wash looked as new.  
- [A good run in New Mexico](https://i2ipipelines.com/a-good-run-in-new-mexico/): A successful 12inch inspection run in New Mexico. This was a 10inch Pioneer with an additional drive unit to increase the sealing length.
- [6inch Pioneer run in the Permian West Texas](https://i2ipipelines.com/6inch-pioneer-run-in-the-permian-west-texas/): Another good inspection run in West Texas. Simple operational tools delivering great inspection data.
- [16 inch Pioneer ready to ship for UK North Sea](https://i2ipipelines.com/16-inch-pioneer-ready-to-ship-for-uk-north-sea/): 16inch Pioneer with new odometer wheels ready to mobilize to Aberdeen for an inspection run in the North Sea.
- [Inspection run in the Permian _ West Texas](https://i2ipipelines.com/inspection-run-in-the-permian-_-west-texas/): A tricky run in west Texas. High wear on the PU and a fair amount of deposits to deal with.
- [Successful deployment in the Ukraine](https://i2ipipelines.com/successful-deployment-in-the-ukraine/): First ever deployment into Ukraine to successfully inspect an 18km 12inch pipeline twice in one day. The tool navigated complex geometry and arrived with no damage.
- [Odo wheels and transmitter](https://i2ipipelines.com/odo-wheels-and-transmitter/): All i2i tools now run with Odo wheels for back up to the time-based sampling and helps us increase the location and absolute distances to anomalies.
- [Another good run in Argentina](https://i2ipipelines.com/another-good-run-in-argentina/): Another successful run in Argentina this week. The new design of sensor head coupled with the optional drive unit and new odometer capability is really making the Pioneer tools a great value option for complex gathering pipelines in remote locations.
- [ENI Tests](https://i2ipipelines.com/eni-tests/): A good day at the ENI test facility in Italy. Some successful runs and thanks to the Tecma team for making it happen.
- [Another good run in Australia](https://i2ipipelines.com/another-good-run-in-australia/)
- [British Columbia in Winter - 4inch Pioneer Inspection](https://i2ipipelines.com/4inch-pioneer/): Successful inspection runs in Alberta with the 4inch and 6inch Pioneer tools.
- [First Operations in Trinidad](https://i2ipipelines.com/first-operations-in-trinidad/): i2i carried out our first operational runs in Trinidad over the weekend.  
- [A very busy PPIM 2019](https://i2ipipelines.com/a-very-busy-ppim-2019/): i2i had a successful few days in Houston at the annual PPIM exhibition and conference. Lots of interest as always and some interesting jobs to look forward to.
- [55km onshore India Run](https://i2ipipelines.com/55km-onshore-india-run/): Successfully inspected 55km of onshore pipeline 
- [Inspecting High Pressure Gas Export West Africa](https://i2ipipelines.com/inspecting-high-pressure-gas-export-west-africa/): The SmartFoam looks worse for wear but we collected good inspection data for the full 31hrs operational run time in some challenging conditions.
- [Inspecting fuel loading lines in Connecticut](https://i2ipipelines.com/inspecting-fuel-lines-in-connecticut/): Inspecting fuel offloading lines in Connecticut with SmartFoam tools and temporary launchers/receivers.  
- [30km and 147 x 1.5D bends](https://i2ipipelines.com/30km-and-147-x-1-5d-bends/)
- [Offshore Malaysia](https://i2ipipelines.com/offshore-malaysia/)
- [Cooper Basin Australia](https://i2ipipelines.com/cooper-basin-australia/): Pioneer tool inspecting low flow pipelines in the outback.
- [i2i's 6inch multi module Pioneer](https://i2ipipelines.com/i2is-6inch-multi-module-pioneer/): i2i built a 6inch multi-module Pioneer for a long duration pipeline in SEA. The tool had to pass through 140 x 1.5D bends.
- [24inch Pioneer in Oklahoma](https://i2ipipelines.com/24inch-pioneer-in-oklahoma/): A successful run in a 75km onshore condensate line. We inspected the pipeline twice in a 48hrs period.
- [Argentina](https://i2ipipelines.com/argentina/): Our first deployment into Argentina. Worked with a great team in an interesting location.
- [Science Park Investor Ladder](https://i2ipipelines.com/science-park-investor-ladder/): Sandy Lee and Franco showing off our 6″ and 8″ tools to potential investors at an MSP Investor Ladder.
- [20" SmartFoam run Angola](https://i2ipipelines.com/20-smartfoam-run-angola/)
- [8" Pioneer in high wax line](https://i2ipipelines.com/8-pioneer-in-high-wax-line/): another good inspection run in a high wax pipeline.
- [10" Pioneer ready to run](https://i2ipipelines.com/16-pioneer-in-uncleaned-pipeline/): Nice time of day to pig in Oklahoma
- [Great data from 16" Pioneer in uncleaned pipeline.](https://i2ipipelines.com/great-data-from-16-pioneer-in-uncleaned-pipeline/): Another successful run from a 16″ Pioneer in an uncleaned pipeline.
- [A Pioneer smart pig that does everything](https://i2ipipelines.com/all-in-one-20-id-restrictions-1-5d-bends-wye-piece-passing/): -20% ID restrictions, 1.5D bends, wye piece passing, any speed, any medium i2i continues to innovate and the new flexible cast urethane drive unit that can be fitted to any tool gives it even greater capability through complex pipelines.
- [Successful Smart pigging through 6" & 8" Pig valves](https://i2ipipelines.com/successful-smart-pigging-through-6-8-pig-valves/): i2i carried out the successful smart-pigging operations through 6″ and 8″ pig valves onshore USA.
- [Inspection data from high wax pipelines](https://i2ipipelines.com/inspection-data-from-high-wax-pipelines/): The new design of Pioneer allows for 20% ID reduction passing and the collection of good data in high wax pipelines.
- [ILI in beautiful New Zealand](https://i2ipipelines.com/ili-in-beautiful-new-zealand/): Thanks to all those involved in helping us in New Zealand. Some challenging pipelines but a good week.  
- [8" Pioneer run in Canada](https://i2ipipelines.com/8-pioneer-run-in-canada/): A successful run in an onshore line in Canada. Pioneer tools are easy to mobilise and deploy with little disruption to operations
- [6" Pioneer for pig valve](https://i2ipipelines.com/6-pioneer-for-pig-valve/): i2i successfully ran a special build 6″ Pioneer through the Argus pig valves in Houston PRCI on Friday 1st June. This is the first inspection pig that can be launched and received through a pig valve of this size.
- [Patrol Pig ready to go](https://i2ipipelines.com/patrol-pig-ready-to-go/): Another 20″ Patrol pig ready to run and collected data on illegal taps.
- [Exxon Trials Malaysia](https://i2ipipelines.com/exxon-trials-malaysia/): Great test at the Petronas test loop in Malaysia. Pioneer pig performed well and managed to get 4 runs within an hour. It was great to demonstrate just how easy it is to launch, run and recover a Pioneer tool.  
- [IPA in Jakarta](https://i2ipipelines.com/ipa-in-jakarta/): Fadillah did a great job presenting at the IPA in Jakarta. Thanks to Elnusa for setting it up
- [Great Project in Sichuan China](https://i2ipipelines.com/great-project-in-sichuan-china/): Thanks to the Deyuan team for the help with the PetroChina pipeline.
- [Great team in China](https://i2ipipelines.com/great-team-in-china/): Working with a great team in China to carry out some successful Pioneer pig runs in some difficult pipelines offshore.
- [Back to Canada in deep snow](https://i2ipipelines.com/back-in-canada-in-deep-snow/): i2i carried out the successful inspection of 12″ pipeline with high wax in Alberta.
- [Industry 1st ? Inspecting into a T joint](https://i2ipipelines.com/industry-1st-pigging-into-a-t-joint-successful-inspection-of-a-10-to-16/): i2i carried out the successful inspection of a 10″ pipeline that joins a 16″ pipeline at a T joint. A 10″ SmartFoam was used to inspect the 10″ pipeline that then dropped into the 16″ pipeline. The 10″ SmartFoam was then cleaned out the 16″ pipeline using a conventional cleaning pig. Great data was collected on the 10″ pipeline. This could be an industry first.

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